Abit G740A, G740B user manual System Recommendations, Installation Guide

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System Recommendations

Before attempting to install the G740A/G740B Graphics Accelerator card into a computer, make sure that there is an available AGP expansion slot on the (PCI 2.1 compliant) motherboard. Additionally, it is recommended that your computer meet the following:

Pentium® II processor-based system

At least 32 MB of SDRAM main/system memory

DVD license compliant hardware (drive, authentication and descrambler modules, etc.)

Microsoft Windows® 95, Windows® 98, or Windows® NT 4.0 (or higher) operating system

Microsoft® DirectX* version 5.0 or later

Note: For full and correct operation of the card under Windows®

95, you must be using OEM Service Release (OSR) 2.1 or later. For Windows® NT 4.0, you need to have installed Service Pack (SP) 3.

Installation Guide

This guide will take you through the steps to take in order to properly install the G740A/G740B Graphics Accelerator card into your computer. Please note that your computer may differ slightly from the illustrations and screen shots displayed in this manual.

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Contents G740A/G740B Graphics Accelerator Card Page Table of Contents Page What’ s in the box? Software and Supporting DocumentationAbout the G740A/G740B Graphics Accelerator Card Excellent 2D and Video Performance Full Hardware Acceleration of Key 3D FeaturesLayout diagram Chapter System Recommendations Installation GuideGround yourself Unplug the computer and remove the coverRemove the current graphics card Insert the G740A/G740B Graphics Accelerator card Reconnect all cables & replace the cover Start the computer and install the driversInstallation Chapter Page Page Gathering Information Troubleshooting GuidelinesSolution Table Symptom TableTechnical Support Troubleshooting and SupportChapter Mechanical / Thermal Specifications Display InformationDDC Monitor Support Connector Descriptions CON4 15Pin VGA ConnectorVMI Feature Connectors